CVE-2024-1348: Shortcodes and extra features for Phlox theme <= 2.15.7 - Authenticated (Contributor+) Stored Cross-Site Scripting via Custom JS

Published May 2, 2024
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Updated

The Shortcodes and extra features for Phlox theme plugin for WordPress is vulnerable to Stored Cross-Site Scripting via the custom JS parameter in all versions up to, and including, 2.15.7 due to insufficient input sanitization and output escaping. This makes it possible for authenticated attackers, with contributor access or higher, to inject arbitrary web scripts in pages that will execute whenever a user accesses an injected page.

Affected Software

2 affected components
averta Shortcodes And Extra Features For Phlox Theme Wordpress<2.15.6
Phlox Phlox theme plugin for WordPress<=2.15.5

Event History

May 2, 2024
CVE Published
via MITRE·04:51 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·04:51 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeakness
Data Sourced
via NVD·05:15 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeaknessAffected Software
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2024-1348?

The severity of CVE-2024-1348 is rated as high due to its potential for exploitation via stored cross-site scripting (XSS).

2

How do I fix CVE-2024-1348?

To fix CVE-2024-1348, update the Phlox theme plugin for WordPress to version 2.15.6 or later.

3

Who is affected by CVE-2024-1348?

CVE-2024-1348 affects users of the Shortcodes and Extra Features for Phlox theme plugin for WordPress up to version 2.15.5.

4

What type of vulnerability is CVE-2024-1348?

CVE-2024-1348 is classified as a Stored Cross-Site Scripting (XSS) vulnerability.

5

What can attackers do with CVE-2024-1348?

Attackers can exploit CVE-2024-1348 to execute malicious scripts in the context of an authenticated user's session.

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